1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 176 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1995 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Verada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
